ZINC OXIDE is graded A** (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.

ZINC OXIDE

Safety grade: A**

This colorant is permitted in EU cosmetics but restricted to certain product types or conditions of use under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must meet these conditions.

This ingredient protects skin from UV radiation, helps thicken and add body to cosmetic formulas, and creates a protective barrier on the skin to prevent irritation.

Graded using: COSING, FDA.

Last verified: June 9, 2026

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